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When no object is placed on the hook of a spring balance, the pointer reads

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One

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zero

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ten

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Solution

The correct option is B
zero

Correct option is B: zero
Explanation:
If no mass is hanged from the spring balance, the spring will not extend.
The pointer in the spring balance will read zero.
Hence, option B will be correct.

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